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Saving Money with Video Inspections

By Brian Wear | January 17, 2018

Technology has touched almost all industries and plumbing is no exception. If you are experiencing a persistent drain problem, it may be a good time to consider a video drain inspection before the problem becomes bigger. Today, we have video cameras that can examine your pipes and drains from the inside to inspect for any…

Rusty Faucets and Shower Heads: Remove and Prevent Further Corrosion

By Brian Wear | January 10, 2018

If you live in an area where the water supply is not ideal, one of the most common complaints is often hard (rusty) water or the home’s water pipes themselves have aged and have become corroded over time. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, so the best way to combat rust…

4 Signs You Need a New Toilet

By Brian Wear | January 3, 2018

Toilets are an important fixture in your home. Everyone uses it, and it needs to be dependable and in working order. Sometimes a problem needs a simple repair, while other times, a full replacement is necessary. Here are four signs that you may need a new toilet replacement: The tank is making a hissing sound In…

Conserve Water and Energy with Your Dishwasher

By Brian Wear | December 27, 2017

With many appliances, it seems like the only way to save energy and water is to buy an energy-efficient or low-flow model. But how you use your appliances (and even when you use them) can matter even more. If washing your dishes is using up a lot more water and electricity than it should be,…

How to Prevent Winter Basement Flooding

By Brian Wear | December 20, 2017

Winter can majorly impact all parts of your plumbing systems, especially if a freeze is on the way. While you would take many of the same steps you would take to protect the rest of your house’s pipes, such as ensuring frequent use and checking for damage, basements require a few extra steps to stay…

What Do You Do if Your Pipes Are Frozen?

By Brian Wear | December 6, 2017

Even if you take all the pipe precautions in the world, there’s still a chance one of your pipes might freeze in bad, cold weather. If you see that one of your pipes has frozen, here’s what you can do to minimize the damage: Check the faucet closest to the frozen pipe If a pipe…

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If you are in Columbia, MO or the mid-Missouri area and believe you have a plumbing problem, contact us.